Haley Phillippi

We are interested in understanding the distribution of Norovirus found in wastewater around WV. We utilize a ddPCR method involving the Norovirus GI;GII Assay Kit designed for the Bio-Rad QX200. Results are then analyzed using a bioninformatic pipeline to quantify positive droplets to viral particles per person. This data can then be compared to publicly available clinic information about Norovirus outbreaks to try to better understand disease trends and put in place timely outbreak interventions.